Indian Ring with Layered Eyelet Motif

Cut through with cell-like openings, a domed band lets the light in.

This sterling silver ring with layered eyelet motif is from India, and is contemporary. Openwork has a long place in Indian silver jewelry, where makers use piercing and filigree to create light, airy forms from a small amount of metal. Tapering toward the back, the wide ring is pierced with rounded, uneven windows of varied size. The walls between them are thin and softly polished, and the surface has a slightly brushed finish.

Lacy, airy, and happily full of holes.